Director Of Accounting Jobs

A Director of Accounting is a high-ranking executive in the accounting industry who oversees all aspects of a company's financial operations. This includes managing budgets, conducting financial forecasts, ensuring the company's financial reports are accurate, and monitoring the company's financial performance. Additionally, they also oversee the work of the accounting team, ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately, and make sure the company adheres to tax laws and regulations. This role calls for strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and a high level of financial expertise.

Before becoming a Director of Accounting, one may have served as a Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager, or a Financial Controller. These roles provide the necessary experience in managing financial processes, making strategic decisions, and leading teams. Essential skills for a Director of Accounting include advanced knowledge of accounting software, excellent analytical skills, and strong communication and leadership abilities. They should also have a CPA certification and a master's degree in accounting or finance, although some companies may accept substantial work experience in place of formal education.

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Eye Care Partners

Director - Technical Accounting

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

maharam

Senior Director, Accounting and Finance

JOB TITLE: Senior Director, Accounting and Finance JOB SUMMARY: Directs the accounting and finance departments, overseeing general accounting, financial planning and analysis, reporting, accounts payable...

Director of Finance

  • Camp Verde, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Camp Verde, AZ
  • 5 days ago

Mission Statement for Rainbow Acres Rainbow Acres, a residential Christian community with heart, empowers persons with developmental disabilities to live to his/her fullest potential with dignity...

Ashton North LLC

Vice President Finance

Vice President of Finance Ashton North's Client Greater Manchester, NH Region Are you ready to step into a leadership role that blends strategic insight, financial acumen, and operational...

Director of Treasury, Credit and Risk Management

  • Gallatin, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Gallatin, TN
  • 21 days ago

What we offer Excellent health benefits plan, which includes medical, vision and dental options 401(k) with company match Company profit sharing plan Generous paid time-off and paid holidays Paid...

Director of Accounting

  • Nekoosa, WI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Nekoosa, WI
  • 1 hour ago

The Director of Accounting is directly accountable for the hiring, training, leading, and developing the resort Finance and Accounting team....

Sr Director, Accounting

  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 hours ago

What youll do Business Partnership and Stakeholder Collaboration: Provide sound advice and drive the strategic direction, overseeing finance and accounting operations to ensure alignment with...

Director of Accounting and Finance

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 hours ago

Job Description Summary The Albuquerque Academy Accounting Department is seeking an individual for the position of Director of Accounting and Finance....

Director, Finance Global Operations

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 hours ago

and Overview Leica Biosystems mission of Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives is at the heart of our corporate culture. Were a global leader in cancer diagnostics with the most...

Director, Accounting

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 7 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 7 hours ago

Position Summary: The Director, Accounting will be responsible for overseeing the accounting activities of our Seattle/SST business unit....

Director of Finance

  • Etobicoke, ON
  • 10 hours ago
  • Etobicoke, ON
  • 10 hours ago

Expertise in working capital management, credit controls, and finance operations KPIs....

Director of Finance

  • Houston, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 11 hours ago

About KB Home KB Home is one of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the United States and has built over 650,000 quality homes in our more than 60-year history. Today, KB Home operates...

Director of Finance (Administrator II) - College of Liberal and Creative Arts

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 11 hours ago

**SF State Internal Applicants Only** Working Title Director of Finance Administrator Level This position is an Administrator II in the California State University Management Personnel Plan (MPP),...

Director of Finance

  • New York, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Four years experience as a hotel/resort Director of Finance Must have experience as an Assistant Controller or Public Accounting Senior/Management Full general ledger experience and month end closing...

Assistant Director of Finance for Revenue

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 11 hours ago

Assistant Director of Finance for Revenue The City of Alexandria is located in northern Virginia and is bordered by the District of Columbia (Potomac River), Arlington and Fairfax counties. With a...

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Accounting and Finance
Develop financial acumen to manage your business successfully. This business course helps you to read and understand financial statements to evaluate how business performance is affected by four...
Accounting Essentials
An introduction to the financial and management accounting skills needed to succeed in both MBA study and in business. Want to study for an MBA but unsure of your basic accounting skills? Paving...
Financial Accounting
Explore the core financial accounting tools that will help you understand annual reports and footnotes - creating a solid understanding of the financial statements. This professional certificate...

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Highest Education Level

Director Of Accountings offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.9%
Master's Degree
37.0%
Associate's Degree
4.5%
High School or GED
4.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.5%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director Of Accountings
10+ years
24.0%
6-8 years
24.0%
4-6 years
20.0%
8-10 years
16.0%
2-4 years
12.0%
1-2 years
4.0%


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